Be Good or Be Gone

Fionn Regan

About Be Good or Be Gone

"Be Good or Be Gone" is a song by the Irish folk musician Fionn Regan. It is the opening track and lead single from Regan's debut studio album, The End of History, and was released on 5 February 2006 on Bella Union.


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If you happen to read this, Rose was born
Child actress, on the fifth day of the snow
Be good or be gone
Be good or be, be gone

The range is staggering, movement and timing
Frame by frame it did unfold
Be good or be gone
Be good or be, be gone

I'll read to you on Saturdays, museum has closed down
Sell all your things at the end of the drive
Be good or be gone
Be good or be, be gone

I have become an aerial view
Of a coastal town that you once knew
Be good or be gone
Be good or be, be gone

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Fionn Regan

Fionn Regan (born 1981) is an Irish folk musician and singer-songwriter. Born and raised in Bray, Regan came to prominence with the release of his debut studio album, The End of History in 2006. He had been releasing extended plays for six years prior to the album's release on independent record labels. Regan's second studio album, The Shadow of an Empire was released in 2010 to positive reviews and his third studio album, 100 Acres of Sycamore, was released in 2011. more »

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11 facts about this song

Artist
"Be Good or Be Gone" is a song by Irish musician Fionn Regan. Fionn Regan is a singer-songwriter from Bray, County Wicklow and is known for his folk-inspired music.
Album
This song is from his debut album, "The End of History", which was released in 2006. The album was nominated for the Mercury Prize in 2007.
Genre
The song, like the rest of Regan's work, falls under the genre of folk music. In particular, it is often classified as indie folk.
Lyrics and Themes
The song's lyrics convey a sense of introspection, with themes of reflection, regret, and the passage of time. The title "Be Good or Be Gone" presents a sort of ultimatum, reflecting the song's thematic exploration of choice and consequence.
Music Video
There's a simplistic and heartfelt music video to the song which features Regan performing the song in a forested area, reflecting the natural imagery often present in his lyrics.
Acclaim
"Be Good or Be Gone" has received critical acclaim, with reviewers praising its lyrical depth and Regan's performance. It often considered one of Regan's standout tracks.
Television Appearance
The song was featured in the American television series "Grey's Anatomy", broadening its audience.
Live Performance
Regan often performs "Be Good or Be Gone" with just a guitar, showcasing his fingerpicking skills. This stripped-back performance style is characteristic of his work and aligns with the folk genre.
Rerelease
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of "The End of History", Regan re-released a special edition of the record in 2021, on which "Be Good or Be Gone" was again featured.
Critical Comparison
Due to his folk style, Regan has been compared to acclaimed artists like Bob Dylan and Nick Drake, with "Be Good or Be Gone" cited as an exemplary representative of his skill and potential.
Song Meaning
Though Regan keeps the meaning of his songs fairly open-ended for listeners to interpret, "Be Good or Be Gone" is often interpreted as a meditation on the idea that the paths we take in life are influenced by our choices and actions.

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